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WorksheetsIntegument Test
Total questions: 170
Worksheet time: 4hrs 57mins
Structure Labeled #2 is
hair shaft
hair follicle
hair root
sweat gland
Oil glands that empties into a hair follicle are called
endocrine glands
sebaceous glands
sebum
sweat glands
What is the purpose of the skin?
protection from infection, mechanical, and thermal damage
body temperature regulation
excretion of salts and water
all answers are correct
What type of muscle tissue is shown?
smooth
skeletal
cardiac
skin
This type of tissue includes cartilage, blood, bone and adipose tissue
epithelial
connective
muscular
nervous
Epithelial tissue is
Bone, cartilage,dense connective tissue, loose connective tissue, and blood
Contracts or shortens to produce movement
Lining and covering tissue of the body such as skin
Which of the following is a type of muscle tissue
Skeletal
Cardiac
Smooth
All of the answers
Blood and adipose tissue is an example of what type of tissue?
muscle
epithelial
nervous
connective
Which of the following is a function of epithelial tissue
protection
excretion
filtration
protection, excretion, and filtration are all functions
Which of the following is NOT a function of connective tissue
protection
support
stores nutrients
cushions organs
secretion
Which is the correct order of levels of organization of living things from simple to complex
cell, organ, tissue, organ system, organism
cell, organ system, organism, organ, tissue
organism, organ system, organ, tissue, cell
cell, tissue, organ, organ system, organism
Which are characteristics of cancer cells (check all that apply)
mitosis is rapid and out of control
they often spread to other parts of the body by metastasis
they crowd out normal cells and compete for nutrients
they are benign
"melano" means
tan pigment
reddish pigment
no pigment
black pigment
"oma" means
cancer
normal
malignant
tumor
-"itis" means
inflammation
cancer
malignant
innocuous
"-epi" means
below or under
on or upon
to the side
in the middle
"hypo-" means
below or under
on or upon
in the middle
to the side
"derm" refers to
muscles
bones
skin
digestive
"ex" refers to
in
out
on
below
"-crine" means
secrete
filter
absorb
protect
The study of tissue is
cytology
biology
histology
myology
A carcinoma is
inflammation of skin
cancerous tumor
melanocyte
begnign
The functions of the skin include all of these except __________________.
taking in nutrients
preventing the entry of microorganisms
retarding water loss
regulating body temperature
The protective dead layer of cells of the outer epidermis is called the _______________.
stratum corneum
stratum granulosum
stratum spinosum
stratum basale
Melanocytes lie within the _________________ of the skin.
stratum corneum and top layers
deepest dermis
stratum spinosum and stratum lucidum
stratum basale and upper dermis
Adipose tissue is most abundant in the ________________ layer of the skin.
epidermal
dermal
subcutaneous
transdermal
Hairs arise from which layer of the skin?
dermis
stratum basale of the epidermis
subcutaneous layer
connective tissue
Heat loss occurs from the body by each of these methods except __________________.
evaporation
convection
cellular respiration
radiation
Which statement is true about tans and tanning?
Sunning for the purpose of tanning produces healthier skin.
A tan indicates sun damage to the skin.
Tans last even if the skin is not exposed to the sun for months.
Tanning promotes skin with a more youthful appearance.
A(n) _________________ is the transplanting of one's own skin from an unburned region of the body to a burned area.
autograft
homograft
holograft
zenograft
What is one important function for melanin?
cause the skin to be cooler
increase the amount of blood vessels
strengthen the skin or eyes
absorb harmful radiation
The pigment _____ found in vegetables can impart a yellow or orange color to the skin.
melanin
retinene
carotene
bilirubin
The epidermal ridges or fingerprints are probably caused by the _____.
genes in the epidermis
dermal papillae
smooth muscle in dermis
amount of keratin in cells
The strength of the dermis would mainly be due to _____.
the amount of blood vessels
the distribution of elastic fibers
the presence of collagen fibers
the thickness of the layers
The part of the hair below the surface of the skin is called the _____.
follicle
root
base
shaft
What is the medical term for male pattern baldness?
alopecia
alopecia areata
androgenic alopecia
acne vulgaris
The _____ is the thick white area of the nail that reflects the rapid growth of the cells below it.
nail bed
nail root
lacuna
lunula
The skin is called the _____ membrane.
epithelial
serous
synovial
cutaneous
Which type of membrane is found around the abdominal organs?
mucous
serous
epithelial
cutaneous
The _____ separates the epidermis from the dermis.
epithelial cells
presence of adipose
basement membrane
subcutaneous layer
The youngest cells would be found in the stratum _____.
corneum
basale
spinosum
granulosum
Where is the greatest amount of keratin found?
dermis
stratum basale
stratum corneum
stratum spinosum
Calluses are thickened areas that are formed in response to a/an _____.
lack of blood flow
increase in friction pressure
increase in abnormal mitoses
increase in blood flow
The following terms belong together except which one?
bedsore
necrosis
decubitus ulcer
pressure ulcer
The pigment producing melanocytes are found in the _____ layer.
spinosum
granulosum
basale
corneum
What is the major factor that protects skin from the damaging effects of sunlight?
moisture in the skin
the thickness of the stratum corneum
the presence of melanin
active mitosis
Skin cancer most likely arises from which type cells?
dermal
melanocytes
epithelial cells
stratum corneum cells
The _____ structures are associated with detecting deep pressure within the skin.
Meissner corpuscles
free nerve endings
Pacinian corpuscles
motor nerve fibers
Most of the sensory fibers and structures are located in the _____ region.
dermis
subcutaneous
epidermis
stratum basale
Meissner corpuscles respond to a stimulus of ________.
pressure
heat
light tough
cold objects
The subcutaneous layer can also be referred to as the _____.
dermis
epidermis
stratum malphigii
hypodermis
The presence of _____ is an indication of being in the hypodermis.
melanin
keratin
adipose
blood vessels
The main tissue in the dermis is _____.
dense connective
stratified squamous epithelium
smooth muscle
loose connective tissue
What is the main factor in preserving body heat?
the thickness of the epidermis
the presence of adipose
skin moisture
adequate dermal blood vessels
A group of cells that surrounds the developing hair is called the _____.
shaft
follicle
root
cuticle
The darkness of hair is due mainly due to _____.
the density of the shaft
melanin concentration
lack of air gaps
keratin distribution
The color of red hair is due to _____.
trichosiderin
melanin
keratin
lack of melanin
Goose bumps in the skin are caused by contraction of the _____ in response to cold or emotions.
skeletal muscles below
arrector pili muscles
dermal papillae
sebaceous glands
Hair and fingernails are derived from the _____ cells.
subcutaneous
dermal papillary
epidermal
keratin
The greatest source of body heat is through _____.
the hypothalamus
prevention of sweating
constriction of blood vessels
contraction of skeletal muscle
Cyanosis usually is the result of a reduction in _____.
melanin
hemoglobin
oxygen levels
the number of blood vessels
A _____ is a procedure that uses skin from a deceased person to treat a burned area.
autograft
homograft
granulation tissue
deep partial-thickness graft
The skin can be considered an organ as well as a system.
true
false
Epidermal cells usually grow and divide from the upper layers of the skin and migrate towards the dermis.
true
false
There are usually no blood vessels in the epidermis.
true
false
The cells in the epidermis are only comprised of stratified squamous epithelial cells.
true
false
The subcutaneous region has adipose cells that help insulate the body from heat as well as cold.
true
false
Most accessory structures found within the dermis are actually of epidermal origin.
true
false
Hairs are non-cellular structures comprised of compacted chemicals such as keratin.
true
false
Sebaceous glands are only associated with hair follicles and do not exist alone by themselves.
true
false
Dr. Hartman has diagnosed Peter Griffin as obese because he has large amounts of subcutaneous and tissue fat. This:
Slows down healing because fat tissue is more prone to infection
Slows down healing because fat tissue has fewer blood vessels
Slows down healing because fat tissue is more difficult to suture
all of the above
Who of the following is the most at risk for a pressure ulcer:
Peter Griffin, because of his obesity
Mayor Adam West, because of minor brain impairment
Joe Swanson, because he is a paraplegic
The evil monkey, because he is an evil monkey
People with albinism have a defect in tyrosinase, an oxidase that helps to control skin pigment production. In what epidermal layer is tyrosinase active?
Stratum lucidum
Stratum granulosum
Stratum basale
Stratum spinosum
The integumentary system is made up of...
hair
valves
skin
nails
muscle
The protein that is found in skin and makes up the hair and nails...
myosin
keratin
hemoglobin
tubulin
You can find hair all over the body including on your lips.
true
false
Hair does not grow on the palms of your hands and the soles of your feet.
true
false
Which of the following are functions of hair? Check all that apply.
immune defense
protection
compliments
dietary aid
warmth
A group of epidermal cells at the bottom of a tube, from which hair develops...
hair follicle
root
arrector pili
keratinocytes
This region of hair is known as the dead, visible portion...
bulb
shaft
root
This region of hair is known as the living portion within the follicle...
bulb
shaft
root
This region of hair is known as the large base of the root...
bulb
shaft
root
What is the name of the muscle associated with each hair?
sebaceous gland
bicep
pectoralis major
arrector pili
The function of the arrector pili is to...
keep hair silky smooth
pull hair up to help keep organism warm
provide nutrients to hair
stretch the hair so it straightens
The scalp, hair, and eyebrows provide protection from the...
(a)
Your nostril hair and eyelashes protect you from...
bad fragrances
genetic baldness
airborne particles
a decrease in body temperature
What is the growth period for scalp hair?
3-4 months
5-8 months
9 months-1 year
2-4 years
What is the growth period for eyelashes?
3-4 months
5-8 months
9 months-1 year
2-4 years
_________ is an autoimmune disorder that may result in irreplaceable hair loss.
alpaca
adipose
alopecia
allegory
Genetic baldness inherited from family (especially male pattern baldness) is one reason why hair might not be replaced.
true
false
The amount and type of pigments in the epidermal melanocytes determines...
skin color
hair texture
hair color
skin texture
Nail originate from this area...
shaft
bulb
root
follicle
The reason why it doesn't hurt to cut your hair and nails is because there are no (a) in the part we cut.
made of epithelial cells, dead cells are constantly being lost while new cells are made at the base of the epidermis
epidermis
dermis
hypodermis
made of connective tissue and also contains blood vessels, nerves, muscles, and other accessory organs
epidermis
dermis
hypodermis
layer of mostly fat, or adipose tissue
epidermis
dermis
hypodermis
Where is the epidermis the thickest?
arms and legs
palms and soles
stomach and back
head and chest
Where is the epidermis the thinnest?
ears
knuckles
kneecaps
eyelids
There are ____ types of cells of the epidermis.
3
4
5
6
Select the cells of the epidermis...
keratinocytes
melanocytes
Merkel cells
Langerhans cells
These function in touch...
keratinocytes
melanocytes
Merkel cells
Langerhans cells
These contribute to skin color and help protect from UV rays of sun...
keratinocytes
melanocytes
Merkel cells
Langerhans cells
These function in immunity...
keratinocytes
melanocytes
Merkel cells
Langerhans cells
These protect the tissues underneath...
keratinocytes
melanocytes
Merkel cells
Langerhans cells
A build-up of skin cells is known as a...
callus or corn
blister
A build-up of tissue fluid between layers of the epidermis is known as a...
callus or corn
blister
Intense friction can cause a blister.
true
false
Friction or pressure on a certain area of skin can result in a callus or corn.
true
false
The function of a _________ is to protect the reproducing cells of the epidermis.
melanocyte
corn
blister
gland
Genetics and the amount of different types of tissue determines skin color.
true
false
Melanin, carotene, and hemoglobin are three (a) pigments.
The color pigment of melanin...
yellow
pink
black/brown
The color pigment of carotene...
yellow
pink
black/brown
The color pigment of hemoglobin...
yellow
pink
black/brown
Melanin is to melanocytes as hemoglobin is to...
dermis
blood vessels
sebaceous glands
hemocytes
Melanocytes are found in the epidermis, dermis, and hair follicles.
true
false
Melanocytes protect skin by absorbing (a) light.
This binds the epidermis to the tissues underneath, enabling skin to be tough and flexible...
epidermis
dermis
adipose
hypodermis
Besides skin tissue, what else is found in the dermis? Check all that apply.
smooth muscle
glands
hair follicles
skeletal muscle
The two jobs of hair follicles in the dermis are to nourish cells and regulate body temperature.
true
false
Accessory organs assist other organs in functioning. In this system they include hair follicles and hair, sebaceous glands, and sweat glands.
true
false
Sebaceous gland secrete _______ which keeps the hair and surrounding skin soft and pliable.
conditioner
moisturizer
serum
sebum
Sebaceous gland are located everywhere on the body.
true
false
A sweat gland is also an eccrine gland.
true
false
Sweat glands are located almost everywhere. They are especially prevalent on the palms of our hands and the soles of our feet.
true
false
This gland excretes waste (water, salt, urea, uric acid) and regulates heat through the evaporation of perspiration.
sebaceous
sweat
Another name for the ________ is the subcutaneous layer.
epidermis
hypodermis
dermis
The function of adipose tissue...
heat insulator
food supply
nourish cells
absorb UV light
________ form in the womb and are caused by the pull of the elastic fibers in the dermis on the tissue of the epidermis.
teeth
heartstrings
fingerprints
toe beans
Three characteristic shapes found in fingerprints...
arches
whirls
loops
whorls
swirls
Identical twins with the same DNA do not have the same fingerprints because...
identical twins do have the same DNA and fingerprints- they're identical!
fingerprints are influenced by embryonic fluid, not by genetics
Check all that apply. The integumentary system...
helps you sense the environment through touch
forms vitamin D when exposed to the sun
prevents infection and water loss via its protective covering
regulates body temperature through blood vessels and shivering/perspiring
